Calvary Church with Skip Heitzig Audio Podcast

I. Presence Minded II. Fear Formed III. Joy Filled

I. I Can Drift Away Without Trying To. (1:1-14) II. My Past is a Poor Motivator. (2:3-7) III. I’m Alive Today to See the Blessing Tomorrow. (2:18-19)

The contention over Sabbath observance continued, but this time the conflict took place during a worship service! This shows us what happens when love for tradition and procedure exceeds love for people who have great needs. There are five ingredients to this tense scene. I. A Worship Service (v. 1) II. A Withered Hand (vv. 1, 3) III. A Watching Crowd (v. 2) IV. A Weighty Command (v. 5) V. A Wicke...

Was Jesus a lawbreaker? Did He violate the Sabbath? What exactly was the Sabbath designed for, and how should we observe it? This will be our focus this weekend and next. The conflict between Jesus and the religious leaders is heating up. Today we make four observations about the Sabbath. I. The Sabbath Was a Benchmark (v. 23) II. The Sabbath Became a Burden (vv. 23-24) III. The Sabbath Needs a Ba...

Jesus was not a religious leader. He was a righteous Leader and a relational Leader. But He was often confronted by the religious leaders of His day because of the obvious differences in both substance and style. It seems that religious people are the hardest to reach with the gospel. Let’s discover why. I. The Religious Question (v. 18) II. The Reasonable Explanation (vv. 19-20) III. The Real Con...

Jesus loves outcasts. That’s why the first three gospel accounts record the call of Matthew. Jesus wants us to know that no one is beyond His saving grace. By inviting Matthew into His circle of friends, Jesus showed that He can take and transform anyone. Today we will discover four features in the interaction of Jesus and this tax collector. I. His Profession (vv. 13-14a) II. His Invitation (v. 1...

I. Adapt to the Situation II. Apprehend the Scripture III. Apply Your Story Learn Your Bible: Spend time studying the big picture of Scripture—how the Bible points to Jesus from beginning to end—so you can be ready to share it with others. Love Your Neighbor: Is there someone God’s placed in your life who may be spiritually curious or searching for truth? Live in Freedom: This week, what step can...

Eric Metaxas is the author of seven New York Times bestsellers, including the million-selling biography of Dietrich Bonhoeffer and his latest, Revolution: The Birth of the Greatest Nation in the History of the World. He is the host of Socrates in the City and The Eric Metaxas Show. His work has been translated into more than twenty-five languages and has appeared in leading national publications.

One of the singular notable qualities of Jesus Christ was His ability to know what was most important at any given moment. He always seemed to move His life carefully around a fixed set of spiritual priorities. Today we compare what others wanted with what Jesus knew they needed. I. They Pursued Wonder; Jesus Preached the Word (vv. 1-2) II. They Felt Suffering; Jesus Forgave Sin (vv. 3-5) III. The...

The need for human touch is one of our most basic, fundamental needs. We often find Jesus doing exactly that in the gospel of Mark. And just as you have five fingers with which you can touch the world around you, there are five stages to the healing touch of Jesus in this story. Let’s explore them. I. The Condition (v. 40a) II. The Cry (v. 40b) III. The Compassion (v. 41) IV. The Cure (v. 42) V. T...

Our identity and salvation do not need to be achieved or discovered—it’s a gift we can receive through faith. But without Jesus Christ, life ultimately has no lasting meaning or purpose. In this teaching, Dr. Frank Turek presents evidence for the reliability of the New Testament, reminding us that the resurrection of Jesus is the foundation of our salvation, faith, and identity.

If we want the life of Jesus, we must adopt the lifestyle of Jesus. If we desire His public power, we must first embrace His private practices. That means stepping away while others rush in, listening when others are speaking, and moving forward when others settle for comfort. In Mark 1:35–39, Jesus revealed the rhythms that lead to a life of faithfulness and fruitfulness: solitude, resistance, an...

As Pastor Skip Heitzig continues in the study of Esther, we see again how God’s providential hand moved as the new queen stepped out and put action to her faith. In contrast to Haman’s prideful and arrogant behavior, Esther was used by God because of her humility.

In this message, guest Speaker Reverend Will Graham explores the shortcomings of Cain and the offering he brought before the Lord. He cautions against approaching God on our own terms and emphasizes the importance of wholehearted obedience and the importance of diligently guarding our hearts against sin.

After a decree went out to annihilate the Jews, Mordecai publicly mourned and urged Esther to advocate for her people. Pastor Skip Heitzig opens the text to reveal Esther’s call to stand firm in faith and allow God to use her in a mighty way.

Mark introduced Jesus as the Son of God and Israel’s Messiah (see v. 1), who proclaimed His purpose to establish the kingdom of God (see v. 15). But such claims must be substantiated by divine authority. So, the author provides three credentials of this Messianic King to prove His office. I. Authority Over Dispassion (vv. 21-22) II. Authority Over Demons (vv. 23-28) III. Authority Over Disease (vv...

The book of Esther reads like a blend of fairy tale and mystery, following a young Jewish woman thrust into a crucial role in saving her people. In chapters 1–2, Pastor Skip Heitzig highlights God’s providential hand as He positioned every detail—from a royal beauty contest to a foiled assassination attempt.

“Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all.” Those words were spoken by Helen Keller, who lost her sight and hearing before her second birthday. Jesus promises abundant life (an adventure) to those who follow Him. Today we notice three aspects of Jesus’ call to His first followers. I. Their Character (vv. 16, 19) II. Their Calling (vv. 17, 20) III. Their Commitment (vv. 18, 20b) Learn Yo...

In 1 Thessalonians 5, Paul closed his letter to the church by calling attention to the future—Christ’s return. He reminded those who were living in sin of the day of judgment. In this message from Pastor Skip Heitzig, we’re reassured God has not called those who believe to wrath and are encouraged to live in anticipation of His return.